⛲️ Hunting for Hearts

Hunting for Hearts: The interactive Heart Map shows the location of every sculpture across the metro. You can also browse hearts by artist and learn the story behind each one-of-a-kind 6-foot sculpture, designed by 150 local “Heartists” who each received a $2,500 stipend for their work.

Friendly Competition: Are you the competitive type? Climb your way to the top of the Heart Hunter leaderboard. As of the writing of this newsletter, the current top heart hunter has already tracked down 61 sculptures. Just create a free account, and then you can add hearts to your wishlist, mark them as visited, and track them all year long.

Same Face, New Place: Beirut Taco is operated by brothers Marwan and Maher Chebaro; Marwan is also the operator at Nour’s in Midtown KCMO. The all-new concept replaced the former Zhoug Mediterranean space, which closed in November.

International Tastes: The menu at Beirut Taco blends Lebanese & Mexican cuisine in the form of street tacos, burritos, salads, shared plates, and more. Tacos include Chicken Shawarma, Sujuk Crunch, and Lamb Chorizo Donner.

Wow Factor: The reimagined show features heart-pounding acts, including the Double Wheel of Destiny, high-flying trapeze, a high-speed bicycle troupe building moving human pyramids, and more. Set to a soundtrack spanning 10+ music genres with dynamic lighting and massive production, the show also features fan-favorite characters Bailey the Robo Pup and an interactive pre-show with the Ringling Hype Crew.

Family Fun: Kids’ tickets (ages 2-12) are just $15 with the purchase of an adult ticket for a limited time. The interactive pre-show is included with admission and begins 30 minutes before showtime.

📬 You’ve Got Mail: ICYMI, yesterday we launched the KC Daily Mail Club! Each month, we’ll send a curated envelope filled with Kansas City goodness featuring local artists, makers, and businesses. Trial your first month free to see if you like it (we think you will).

🅿️ Parking Optional: Last week, the KC City Council voted to permanently eliminate minimum parking requirements for new buildings across the entire Urban Core, from the Missouri River to 85th Street. The goal is to make development easier and encourage more walkable neighborhoods.

🍍 Aloha Means Goodbye: Mo' Bettahs, the Utah-based Hawaiian fast food chain, has closed all of its Kansas City metro locations. The chain had been in KC since 2022 with spots in Blue Springs, Lee's Summit, Liberty, and Overland Park.

🌮 Taco Tuesday: Agaves Mexican Grill is now open at 10478 S. Ridgeview Road in Olathe, replacing Salty Iguana, which closed in 2024.

🛍️ Hooray for Hula Hoop: Hula Hoop, a KC-based vintage shop featuring monthly Sip & Shops, will celebrate its grand opening at Zona Rosa from 10am-6pm this Saturday.

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